Politicians – Retro Radio Podcast

The front view of a classic vintage car with a wide, intricate chrome grille and four round headlights, two on each side. The car is white with red accents around the headlights and the top edge of the grille. The chrome bumper is prominently visible at the bottom. The background is dark with a blurred, dramatic cloudy sky, creating a striking and moody atmosphere that emphasizes the car's design.

Green Hornet – Votes For Sale. 400927

By Keith March 14, 2026Adventure, Green Hornet

A candidate for mayor plots to do anything it takes to win the votes of the 5th Ward. A pivotal section of swing voters in town. Scoffing at the ethics…

A black and white photo of an old-fashioned movie theater marquee with the name "Bijou" in large letters at the top. The marquee features several movie titles, including "The Lone Ranger Returns" and "East of Eden." A few people are visible walking past the theater on the sidewalk.

Academy Award Theater – The Great McGinty. ep4, 460420

By Keith November 8, 2025Academy Award Theatre, Drama

A man who is barely more than a common thug gets the attention of a crooked politician during a rigged election. Vote early, vote often, and vote for those who…

A security guard dressed in a dark uniform is reaching for his sidearm, which is holstered on his right hip. He stands in front of a brick wall, with his left hand resting on his belt. His facial expression suggests a state of high alertness and readiness to act in case of any threat or danger.

The Adventures of Sam Spade – The Betrayal In Bumpus Hell Caper. ep134, 490116

By Keith October 3, 2025Detective and Mystery, Sam Spade

Reading a western novel, Bumpus Hell, to himself as a relaxing sleep aid, Sam doesn't think it’s working. Especially when a neighbor comes pounding on his door. On the third…

A black and white photograph of William Bendix as Chester Riley, a man in a suit and tie, standing at a microphone with headphones on. He is smiling and appears to be in the midst of speaking or recording. In the background, there is a sign that reads "Life of Riley," the name of the radio program he starred in. The overall effect is one of nostalgia and vintage Americana.

Life of Riley – The Problem Child. ep215, 481022

By Keith August 18, 2025Comedy, Life of Riley

Hey, I think this show was the one that was podcasted last week, and the show last week should really be titled as this one. Sorry for not catching the…

Booster rockets at the bottom of an Apollo, Saturn style rocket.

X Minus One – Skulking Permit. ep38, 560213

By Keith February 13, 2024Science Fiction, X Minus One

Image of the Jot'em Down Store from the radio program "Lum and Abner", featuring a storefront with various items on display in the window and a group of people gathered outside. Visit the real store: http://lum-n-abner.com/

Lum and Abner – Off To Washington. 490116 (Retro plus)

By Keith September 25, 2023Comedy, Lum and Abner, Retro Original

As provided by the Jot 'em Down Journal of February, 1999: ABnER: Don't you think we ort to drop Mr. Truman a post- card and let him know we're comin?…

Joan, Beck and Collyer posing for a photo. Joan is wearing a black dress and holding a bouquet of flowers. Bud Collyer in a suit and tie.

Adventures of Superman – Buffalo Hills, 4of6. 400520

By Keith August 29, 2023Adventure, Superman

Champion of the weak and oppressed. Lately Clark has learned of the threat to the life of governor Carson by the outlaw, Florres. Clark and Asa have been thrown into…

American flags, with a diversity of citizens standing in front. Men in jeans and t-shirts.

Democracy in America – The Aristocrats of Freedom. ep12, 620404

By Keith September 24, 2022Democracy in America, Documentary and Interview

A study in American law and lawyers. The influence of lawyers in public life impressed our French travelers. Could it be due to the fact that they were lawyers themselves?…

Democracy in America – The Governor in the Boarding House. ep2, 620124

By Keith July 16, 2022Democracy in America, Documentary and Interview

The next step in the observation in the democracy of 1831 is in the humble conditions of its leaders, living in a lack of pomp. Praise for one another seems…

Green Hornet – Trouble Hits The Trolleys. 390608

By Keith June 8, 2020Adventure, Green Hornet

When a local politician runs for office, strange events involving the trolleys of the city mass transit system begin having wrecks. As public safety concerns arise, Jim Reed connects the…